1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 745 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 70 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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 700 (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
