1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 37 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1340 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Minica | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
