1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 426 kg more than 1973 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Minica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
