2004 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 1000 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, 2004 BMW 318 (355 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 318 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
