1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 455 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, 1972 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | 914 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
