1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 500 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |