1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 40 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 910 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, 2012 BMW 118 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Minica | 118 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |