1980 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1996 Porsche 911

To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 415 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 585 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Mitsubishi Minica 1996 Porsche 911
Make Mitsubishi Porsche
Model Minica 911
Year Released 1980 1996
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 546 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 29 HP 444 HP
Torque 40 Nm 584 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 565 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2280 mm


 

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