1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1015 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Vectra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |