1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 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, 1955 Skoda 1200 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1955 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Minica | 1200 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |