1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 910 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 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Prius |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |