1980 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (38 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 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, 1966 Simca 1000 (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Minica | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2230 mm |
