1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 580 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 Peugeot 206 (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Minica | 206 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
