1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 32 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 1025 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
Model | Minica | Esperante |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |