1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2001 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2001 Fiat Siena is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Siena (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Siena weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 Fiat Siena (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2001 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Minica | Siena |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
