1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1350 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | V8 Vantage | Minica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |