1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 505 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, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |