1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 548 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
