1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 1209 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 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Minica | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
