1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 965 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Minica | Outback |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
