1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1261 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 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2010 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Minica | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
