1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 7 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone 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.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Minica | Leone |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |