2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 37 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1685 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Terracan | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terracan | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
