2001 BMW M vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 905 kg more than 1976 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M | Minica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
