2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
