1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | GT | Minica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2010 mm |