1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 715 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 Renault Clio, 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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Minica | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
