1975 Mazda 1000 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 1000 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1000 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
