1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 38 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 770 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, 2010 Dacia Logan, 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, 2010 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dacia |
| Model | Minica | Logan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
