1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 27 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Fox (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 520 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, 2008 Volkswagen Fox, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Fox (156 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Fox |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
