1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 498 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 1994 Subaru Impreza 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Minica | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |