1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 1987 Skoda L is newer by 15 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Skoda L (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Skoda L weights approximately 370 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Skoda L (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1987 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1987 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Minica | L |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
