2005 BMW 318 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 879 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 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 2005 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 318 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |
