1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 72 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1966 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| 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 | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 642 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 |
