2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1605 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 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
