1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 825 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
