2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 32 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 1166 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.
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, 2005 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina Roadster | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
Model | Roadster | Minica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |