1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo

To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 810 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 Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo 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 Sapporo
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Minica Sapporo
Year Released 1976 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 359 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 27 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 28 Nm 193 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 510 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2610 mm


 

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