1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Agila weights approximately 424 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, 2011 Opel Agila, 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, 2011 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Minica | Agila |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
