1999 Lexus LX vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Lexus LX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 1970 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 1999 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LX | Minica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
