1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 704 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 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Minica | i30 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
