1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 1600 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 1600 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1973 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, 1969 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1600 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
