1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 27 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 890 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.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Freelander | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Freelander | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |