1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 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, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Minica | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
