1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Opel Tigra is newer by 37 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Tigra weights approximately 700 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 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Minica | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
