1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 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 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 770 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | RX-7 | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |