1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1525 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 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
