1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1977 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1977 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 345 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, 1977 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1977 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Minica | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
