1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 64 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1962 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
