2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 28 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 930 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | 156 | Minica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |