2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (121 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1895 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Scorpio | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
