1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,084 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 NSU 1000 (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 NSU 1000 weights approximately 165 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.
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, 1966 NSU 1000 (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1966 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | NSU |
| Model | Minica | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
