1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 35 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 760 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pagani |
| Model | Minica | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
