1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1088 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 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Minica | Touran |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |