1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 16 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Leone weights approximately 500 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, 1992 Subaru Leone, 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, 1992 Subaru Leone (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Minica | Leone |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
