1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2006 Ascari A10 is newer by 32 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 592 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ascari A10 weights approximately 810 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ascari |
| Model | Minica | A10 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2636 mm |
