2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 35 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1692 kg more than 1974 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terracan | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 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 |
