1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 17 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 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Seat Marbella (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Seat Marbella weights approximately 224 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, 1989 Seat Marbella, 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, 1989 Seat Marbella (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Minica | Marbella |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |