2001 Acura RSX vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 716 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RSX | Minica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |
