1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 29 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 612 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Minica | 307 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
