1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1979 Dodge Omni is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Omni (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Omni weights approximately 530 kg more than 1971 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 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Omni | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Omni | Minica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |