1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, both 1982 Ferrari 308 and 1982 Mitsubishi Minica were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1982 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 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 308 | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | 308 | Minica |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2060 mm |