1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1976 Nissan Skyline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 520 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, 1976 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Minica | Skyline |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |