1997 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Coupe (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 705 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1997 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Coupe | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Minica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
