1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 31 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 700 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Minica | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
