2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 31 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 1240 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.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Frontera | Minica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
