1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 38 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 1382 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, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Minica | RL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2799 mm |
