1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1100 weights approximately 308 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 1968 Simca 1100. 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, 1968 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Minica | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
