1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 10 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 375 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, 1982 Renault 11, 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, 1982 Renault 11 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Minica | 11 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
