1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1614 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 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 2006 Nissan Navara 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. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Minica | Navara |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |