1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 1 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 400 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.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Minica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
