1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Corsa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 640 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 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Corsa |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |