1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 35 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 795 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Tigra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |