1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2005 Porsche GT2 is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 924 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
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, 2005 Porsche GT2 (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
