1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 820 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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Venturi |
| Model | Minica | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
