1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 860 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
