1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Elan weights approximately 419 kg more than 1976 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 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elan | Minica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 889 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
