1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda R-100 weights approximately 335 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, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R-100 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
