1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 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 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1724 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Minica | Touareg |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |