1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 970 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Minica | Forester |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2615 mm |