1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1076 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
