1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1992 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 309 is newer by 21 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), 1992 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 309 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 365 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, 1992 Peugeot 309 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Minica | 309 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| 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 | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
