1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 34 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), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1562 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Navara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |
