1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 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, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Minica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 546 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2060 mm |
