1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1214 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3710 mm |
