1971 BMW Touring vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.

Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

1971 BMW Touring 1987 Mitsubishi Minica
Make BMW Mitsubishi
Model Touring Minica
Year Released 1971 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1573 cc 546 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 27 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2270 mm