1982 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 23 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 592 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
Model | Minica | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |