1970 Honda Z vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 599 cc (2 cylinders), 1970 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda Z (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Honda Z.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Honda Z (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z | Minica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
