1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mitsubishi |
Model | D8 | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |