1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 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, 1973 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
