1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Renault Fregate (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 668 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 1959 Renault Fregate. 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, 1959 Renault Fregate (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Minica | Fregate |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |