1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 1084 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 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Project Vantage | Minica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
