1994 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1994 BMW 318 is newer by 22 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 318 weights approximately 985 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 318 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 318 | Minica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |