1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 1074 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2604 mm |
