1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 41 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 880 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2416 mm |
