1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1285 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 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Minica | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
