1980 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 675 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |