1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 205 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2400 mm |
