1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 31 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 1230 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
Model | Minica | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |