1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 36 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1965 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, 2010 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Minica | X5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2934 mm |
