1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1514 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 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Minica | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3020 mm |
