1974 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1974 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat Campagnola | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Campagnola | Minica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2060 mm |
