1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Wind is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Wind (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Wind weights approximately 380 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 Renault Wind (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Wind will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Minica | Wind |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
