1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 595 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Rekord |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |