2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 675 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 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mini Cooper | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cooper | Minica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 39 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |