1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 700 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 Mini Cooper, 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 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
Model | Minica | Cooper |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2466 mm |