1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 735 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.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Caldina (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 2005 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
