1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1973 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, 1956 Skoda 1200 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Minica | 1200 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |