1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 25 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 679 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Marcos | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mantis | Minica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |