1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 626 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 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Minica | RIO |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |