1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1212 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.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 2011 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Minica | Sorento |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |