1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Nazca | Minica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
