1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 30 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (300 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1438 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (540 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Minica | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
