1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 1050 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | 996 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
