1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 830 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Minica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
