1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 33 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Minica | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
