2002 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 30 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 970 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.
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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | NSX | Minica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |