2009 Lancia Musa vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Musa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 766 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 Lancia Musa (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Musa | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Musa | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
