1987 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 NSU 1000 (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 NSU 1000 (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | NSU |
| Model | Minica | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2260 mm |
