1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | GTV | Minica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |