2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 27 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 860 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S-MX | Minica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |