1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 585 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 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1716 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
