1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F is newer by 10 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 784 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, 1983 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Model F |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |