1982 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 925 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 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Minica | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Minica | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |