1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1999 TVR Cerbera is newer by 27 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 665 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1999 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
Model | Minica | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |