1982 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 780 kg more than 1982 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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2700 mm |
