1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 930 kg more than 1974 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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat Dino | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dino | Minica |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |