2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 605 kg more than 1981 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TSO | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Marcos | Mitsubishi |
Model | TSO | Minica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 475 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2060 mm |