1983 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 660 kg more than 1983 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. 2013 Scion FR-S has automatic transmission and 1983 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Scion |
Model | Minica | FR-S |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2570 mm |