1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 25 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 720 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mahindra | Mitsubishi |
Model | CL | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |