1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1973 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 641 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Steyr Haflinger (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Steyr Haflinger (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Steyr |
Model | Minica | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |