1994 Mazda Midge vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Midge (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Midge weights approximately 408 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda Midge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1994 Mazda Midge (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda Midge | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Midge | Minica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
