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Mitsubishi Minica V 0.66 i 16V ST-4WD (55 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Mitsubishi Minica:
The Mitsubishi Minica is a model series of kei cars, produced by Mitsubishi Motors Corp. over five generations, from 1962 to 2011, mainly for the Japanese domestic market.
The Minica was first built by Shin Mitsubishi Heavy-Industries, one of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' three regional automotive companies, until they were merged in 1964. As such, the badge predates M. M. C. itself. In Japan, it was sold at a specific retail chain called Galant Shop....(Read more on Wikipedia)
V Overview:
Mitsubishi Minica (V). With 60 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 730 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Mitsubishi Minica V, being a kei car from the 1990s, was not subjected to Euro NCAP crash testing. Safety standards for this class and era were generally basic, focusing more on compact size and efficiency than advanced occupant protection by modern metrics.
0.66 i 16V ST-4WD (55 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a decent balance of power for city driving, with the 55 Hp engine providing adequate acceleration for urban environments. The automatic transmission prioritizes convenience over spirited performance.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy, typical for a kei car, though the 4WD system and automatic transmission might slightly reduce efficiency compared to 2WD manual variants.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely compact and maneuverable for city driving
- • Excellent fuel economy across the lineup
- • Low running costs and maintenance
- • Practical interior for its size
- • Available 4WD for improved traction
Cons:
- • Limited power, especially on highways
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Interior comfort can be spartan
- • Small cargo capacity
- • Not suitable for long-distance travel
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Minica |
| Generation: | V |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.66 i 16V ST-4WD (55 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 55 Hp @ 7000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 83.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 60 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 659 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 60 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 58.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.3 kg/Hp, 75.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 12.2 kg/Nm, 82.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 730 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 32 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3295 mm mm |
| Width: | 1395 mm mm |
| Height: | 1505 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2280 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1215 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1215 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.2 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 155/70 R13 S |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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