1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Minica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
