2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pregio | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |
