1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 126 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
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, 1973 Fiat 126 (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 126 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
