1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 594 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1731 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 772 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Bentley |
| Model | Minica | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2746 mm |
