1998 Kia Joice vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 915 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Joice | Minica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
