1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1975 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Sunny (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 290 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, 1975 Nissan Sunny (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
