1976 Mini MK IV vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mini MK IV is newer by 4 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mini MK IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mini MK IV (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mini MK IV should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mini MK IV weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mini MK IV (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1976 Mini MK IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini MK IV | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MK IV | Minica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
