1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 515 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 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Vitz (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Vitz |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |