2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 1220 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | GranSport | Minica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |