1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1200 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 Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Minica | Sharan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |