2006 Mazda 5 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 32 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 5 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
