1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1980 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Tercel (70 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 255 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.
Because 1981 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 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Tercel, 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.
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1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 1980 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Tercel |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |