1958 BMW 600 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1958 BMW 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 600 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
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, both vehicles can yield 38 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
