1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 615 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 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Minica | i20 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2525 mm |