1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 760 kg more than 1972 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
Model | Minica | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |