1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2960 mm |
