1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1000 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |
