1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1984 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 303 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 1984 Talbot Horizon. 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, 1984 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 1984 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | Minica | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
