1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 (70 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 16 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2010 mm |
