1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 944 kg more than 1971 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 610 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
