1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 746 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 57 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 600. 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, 1956 Abarth 600 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
