1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1975 Alpine A 310 is newer by 1 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 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 355 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, 1975 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1975 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 310 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2010 mm |
