1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 15 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 527 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, 1991 Seat Toledo, 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Minica | Toledo |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 471 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |