1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 37 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 940 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 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Minica | i30 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
