1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 876 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2578 mm |
