1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 24 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 805 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Minica | Octavia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3530 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |