1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 33 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 2,687 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 1020 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
