1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 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, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Sunbeam |
| Model | Minica | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2090 mm |
