1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Toyota Carina (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Carina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
