1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 865 kg more than 1972 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magna | Minica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
