1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Virage | Minica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
