1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 833 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 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | Minica | 3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1303 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |