1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1973 Volvo 1800 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 730 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, 1973 Volvo 1800 (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Minica | 1800 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |