1982 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 28 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 860 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, 2010 Seat Exeo, 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Minica | Exeo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2642 mm |