1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1400 (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 660 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1400 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
