1995 BMW 528 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1976 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 528 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
