1959 BMW 600 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 581 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 BMW 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 600 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
