1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 458 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pininfarina |
| Model | Minica | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
