1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 450 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Minica | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
