1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
Model | Minica | 2000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 544 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2700 mm |