1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 600 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Minica | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
