2002 Honda Saber vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 Honda Saber is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,649 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Saber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Saber weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Honda Saber (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Saber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Saber | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Saber | Minica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2649 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |