1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Minica | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Minica | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
