1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 26 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1580 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 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
Model | Minica | Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |