2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1971 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 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 5 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
