1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1438 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 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jaguar |
| Model | Minica | XF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2908 mm |
