1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 570 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Beta | Minica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
