1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia 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 1,271 cc, 1975 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Familia weights approximately 340 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 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Minica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
