1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 ZAZ 966 (38 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 ZAZ 966 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 304 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, 1968 ZAZ 966 (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1968 ZAZ 966 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | ZAZ |
| Model | Minica | 966 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
