1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 27 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), 2000 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 660 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| 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 | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
