1980 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1993 Vauxhall Nova (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | 1993 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Minica | Nova |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2350 mm |
