1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 5 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1216 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
Model | Diplomat | Minica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |