1959 BMW 700 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 697 cc, 1959 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 700 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 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, 1959 BMW 700 (52 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm). This means 1959 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 546 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2060 mm |
