1979 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 3 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 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 490 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, 1979 Mazda RX-2 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda RX-2 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | RX-2 | Minica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |