1982 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (108 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 400 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, 1972 Porsche 914 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Minica | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Minica | 914 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |