1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 764 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
