1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 62 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. 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 1963 Toyota Publica. 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, 1963 Toyota Publica (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2140 mm |
