1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris 1800 weights approximately 670 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.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800, 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, 1967 Morris 1800 (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Minica | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
