1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 39 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Minica | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2794 mm |
