1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 223 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 1971 Peugeot 204. 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, 1971 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Minica | 204 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
