2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 657 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Carol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Carol weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Carol (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Carol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Carol | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Carol | Minica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |