1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda 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 Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 590 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.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda 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 Panda | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Minica | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
