1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 1290 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 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Minica | Espace |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |