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 782 cc, 1966 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 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 270 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 (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 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 | 782 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2010 mm |
