1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 850 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 Leon (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon 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 Leon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Minica | Leon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |