2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1200 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 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sportage | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |