1958 BMW 600 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 25 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 20 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2060 mm |
