1977 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | GTV | Minica |
Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |