1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Celica |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |