2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 870 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 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S-MX | Minica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
