1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1380 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Minica | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
