1982 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 620 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
