1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 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, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 128 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
