1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Skoda Octavia (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 450 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, 1962 Skoda Octavia (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1962 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Minica | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
