1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1035 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 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Minica | CC |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2708 mm |