1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1978 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1978 Datsun 260Z is newer by 6 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 685 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, 1978 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1978 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Datsun |
| Model | Minica | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2581 mm |
