1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2010 mm |
