1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1969 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Zastava 1500 (53 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 470 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, 1969 Zastava 1500 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1969 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Zastava |
| Model | Minica | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
