2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 33 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Elise weights approximately 436 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.
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 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elise | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
