1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 37 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 470 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
Model | Minica | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |