1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 596 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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
Model | 2400 | Minica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |