1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 960 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 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Minica | Altea |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |