1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, both 1990 Austin Maestro and 1990 Mitsubishi Minica were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Maestro weights approximately 273 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Maestro | Minica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |