1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 38 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1689 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 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 2011 Alpina B7 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. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alpina |
| Model | Minica | B7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3211 mm |
