1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 406 (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 406 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
