1962 BMW 700 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 700 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 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, 1962 BMW 700 (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2010 mm |
