1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 37 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1180 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Minica | 159 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |