1972 Austin Marina vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Marina (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 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, 1972 Austin Marina (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Marina | Minica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
