2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 700 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Marcos | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TSO | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
