1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1993 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 106 is newer by 21 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 330 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, 1993 Peugeot 106 (82 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm). This means 1993 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1993 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Minica | 106 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
