1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 569 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 500 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
