1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1262 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2919 mm |
