1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 720 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, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Minica | 21 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
