1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Elise weights approximately 452 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Lotus |
Model | Minica | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2299 mm |