1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1344 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 Volante | Minica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
