1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 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 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 234 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.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1981 Volkswagen Golf (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Minica | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |