1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 280 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, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Minica | 205 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
