1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
