1986 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 325 | Minica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |