1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 479 cc (2 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
