1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 4 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 754 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 308 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | 308 | Minica |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |