1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 710 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Minica | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
