1982 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1985 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 305 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 305 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 305 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.
Because 1982 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 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 305, 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, 1985 Peugeot 305 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | 1985 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Minica | 305 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
