1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1978 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 360 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, 1978 Volkswagen Golf (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1978 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Minica | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |