1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 851 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke 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 Juke | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Minica | Juke |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |