1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 460 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, 1982 Isuzu Florian (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. 1982 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1981 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Isuzu |
| Model | Minica | Florian |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
