1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 790 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Minica | Leon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |