1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1020 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 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | Minica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
