1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 35 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 835 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Minica | Octavia |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |