2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 26 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Patriot | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2060 mm |
