2009 Honda Element vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 38 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 991 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Element | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |