1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1987 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Jimny 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 539 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 1987 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1987 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1987 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Minica | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
