1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 745 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 600 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 600 weights approximately 115 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Abarth 600 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
