1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 39 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 1100 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Minica | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
