1998 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 24 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 AC Cobra weights approximately 556 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cobra | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2010 mm |