1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Proton Juara is newer by 26 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 1,094 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Juara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Juara weights approximately 495 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, 2002 Proton Juara, 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, 2002 Proton Juara (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Juara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | Minica | Juara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
