1995 Honda Legend vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 23 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 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 1090 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.

Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Legend 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Honda Mitsubishi
Model Legend Minica
Year Released 1995 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3205 cc 359 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 39 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 460 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3010 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1290 mm


 

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