2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 958 kg more than 1976 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 RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-8 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
