1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Publica weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 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, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Publica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
