1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 1014 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 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Minica | V50 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |