1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 30 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR T 350 weights approximately 588 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, 2003 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Minica | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
