1989 Austin Montego vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 640 kg more than 1972 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 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montego | Minica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |