1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 583 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.
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, 1962 BMW 1500 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 1500 | Minica |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |