1997 Acura NSX vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 900 kg more than 1971 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Minica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |
