1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 40 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 717 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Minica | Getz |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
