1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 29 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura EL weights approximately 609 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, 2000 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Minica | EL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2619 mm |
