1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1150 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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avanti | Minica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |
