1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 445 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Corona |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |