2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 29 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (148 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 570 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 2003 Mazda Roadster has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda Roadster | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Roadster | Minica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |