2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 31 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1221 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 2005 Dodge Magnum 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. 2005 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magnum | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2010 mm |
