1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 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 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Jazz (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Jazz weights approximately 240 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, 1984 Honda Jazz, 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, 1984 Honda Jazz (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Jazz | Minica |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |