1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 8 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 546 cc (2 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Minica (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Minica | Minica |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |