1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1244 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Minica | Panamera |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2918 mm |