1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 1125 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 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Eos |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2578 mm |
