1963 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 930 kg more than 1983 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.
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1963 Maserati 5000 GT | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | 5000 GT | Minica |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2060 mm |