1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo

To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 41 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 1420 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Mitsubishi Minica 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
Make Mitsubishi Maserati
Model Minica Gran Turismo
Year Released 1972 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 359 cc 4691 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 26 HP 405 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 38 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 460 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 3010 mm 4881 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 2056 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1353 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2942 mm


 

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