1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 810 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 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
