1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 36 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 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 2035 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Minica | Phantom |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3580 mm |