1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 600 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 Toyota Avanza (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Avanza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |