1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB3 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2010 mm |
