1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 28 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 933 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 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Meriva |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |