1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 36 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1543 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 2012 Hyundai Equus 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. 2012 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Minica | Equus |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3045 mm |