1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 1160 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar Type S | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Type S | Minica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
