1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1100 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
