1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 TVR Grantura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 TVR Grantura (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 TVR Grantura should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 TVR Grantura weights approximately 190 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, 1960 TVR Grantura (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1960 TVR Grantura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Minica | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
