1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 1365 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, 2010 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lexus |
| Model | Minica | GS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
