2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Minica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |