1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1150 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 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1975 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1975 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Mitsubishi Minica 2005 Porsche 911
Make Mitsubishi Porsche
Model Minica 911
Year Released 1975 2005
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 359 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 27 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 29 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 510 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2360 mm