1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Caterham 1700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Caterham 1700 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1700 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
