2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 730 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cooper | Minica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |