1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 295 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 2001 Opel Corsa. 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Minica | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
