2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 37 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 595 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Veracruz | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
