1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 803 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.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Minica | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
