2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 610 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 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Kalina | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |