1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 23 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 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Shuttle | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Shuttle | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |