1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 985 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Minica | Magna |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |