1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 696 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 700 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1965 BMW 700 (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Minica | 700 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2130 mm |
