1960 Skoda 1200 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Skoda 1200 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Skoda 1200 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Skoda 1200 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Skoda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1200 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
