1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1983 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1546 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 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2980 mm |
