1972 Holden Torana vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Torana | Minica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2060 mm |
