1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | DB7 | Minica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2060 mm |