1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1763 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2881 mm |
