1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Triumph Roadster (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
Model | Minica | Roadster |
Year Released | 1976 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 471 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |