1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 690 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, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
