2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Minica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
