1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 23 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 1070 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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Minica | 406 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
