1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1963 Singer Vogue II
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Singer Vogue II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Singer Vogue II would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Singer Vogue II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Singer Vogue II (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Singer Vogue II should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Singer Vogue II weights approximately 527 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Singer Vogue II (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Singer Vogue II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 1963 Singer Vogue II | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Singer |
Model | Minica | Vogue II |
Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2570 mm |