1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 40 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 825 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
Model | Minica | Cooper |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2467 mm |