1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 418 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 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 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aurelia | Minica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
