1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 124 | Minica |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2060 mm |