1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 309 is newer by 14 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 309 (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 400 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, 1985 Peugeot 309 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Minica | 309 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |