1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 1400 (43 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1973 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, 1952 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1400 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 27 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
