1952 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 475 kg more than 1982 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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar C-Type | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C-Type | Minica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2060 mm |
