1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 213 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 1996 Opel Corsa. 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Corsa |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |