1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Minica | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
