1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 630 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, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Minica | 200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
