1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 504 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
