1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1006 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 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Minica | S60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
