1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 1360 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 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Minica | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
