1997 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Satellite (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 Hyundai Satellite (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Satellite | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Satellite | Minica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2010 mm |
