1998 Maserati Shamal vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 790 kg more than 1976 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 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Shamal | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | Shamal | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |