1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Minica | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
