2003 Mini One vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | One | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
