1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Manta weights approximately 290 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 1972 Opel Manta. 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, 1972 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Minica | Manta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
