1995 Lexus SC vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 22 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 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 1080 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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus SC | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SC | Minica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
