1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 20 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 623 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 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Minica | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
