1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 589 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Vectra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1059 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |