1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 745 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth Bialbero weights approximately 83 kg more than 1972 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, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bialbero | Minica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |