2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 34 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dacia Logan weights approximately 545 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.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Logan | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
