1999 Kia Shuma vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Shuma (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 640 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Kia Shuma (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Shuma | Minica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |
