2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
