1984 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
| Model | Minica | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
