1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 574 kg more than 1972 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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stellar | Minica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
