1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | DB4 | Minica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |