1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 740 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Minica | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
