1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 984 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mazda Familia weights approximately 280 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, 1966 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Minica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2010 mm |
