1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 766 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 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Rover 45 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Minica | 45 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |