1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 767 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | 2000 | Minica |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |