1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Minica | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
