1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1103 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.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Minica | Passat |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2803 mm |