1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Olympia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Minica | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2420 mm |
