1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1100 weights approximately 440 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, 1974 Simca 1100 (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Minica | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
