1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 31 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 765 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Minica | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
