2001 Acura NSX vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | NSX | Minica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 40 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2060 mm |