1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1354 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Minica | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
