1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 1045 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Minica | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
