1987 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 942 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Minica | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
