1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1301 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1301 weights approximately 525 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, 1969 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Minica | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
