1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 790 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Publica (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Publica weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1971 Toyota Publica (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Publica |
Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2170 mm |