2008 Kia Picanto vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 36 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Picanto weights approximately 468 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.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Picanto | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
