1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 7 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 460 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Minica | 305 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
