1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 25 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 475 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1997 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Minica | Colt |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
