1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1900 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 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jaguar |
| Model | Minica | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3157 mm |
