2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 755 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 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
