1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. 2006 Smart ForTwo 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. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Minica | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
