1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 910 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
