1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 29 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 729 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Minica | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |