1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 470 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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
