1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 16 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1105 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
Model | Avanti | Minica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |