1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet is newer by 23 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet (165 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
