1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 11 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 435 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Minica | Colt |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
