1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Publica weights approximately 190 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, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2270 mm |
