1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 925 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Minica | Forester |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |