1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1991 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1991 Toyota Blizzard 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 826 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 1991 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1991 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1991 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1991 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
