1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 1063 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
