1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 708 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 2013 Kia Forte. 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, 2013 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Minica | Forte |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
