2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 641 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Dacia Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sandero | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
