1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 34 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 945 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
