1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 16 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 850 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | Shamal | Minica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |