1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 Toyota Supra

To start off, 1999 Toyota Supra 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 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Supra (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Supra weights approximately 1085 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 1013 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 1999 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mitsubishi Minica 1999 Toyota Supra
Make Mitsubishi Toyota
Model Minica Supra
Year Released 1976 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 471 cc 3065 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 29 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 37 Nm 1050 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 530 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2630 mm