1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 633 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 600 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Fiat 600 (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
