1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 1033 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 Zafira (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira 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 Zafira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Zafira |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |