1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1972 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 Fiat 132 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Fiat 132 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Fiat Mitsubishi
Model 132 Minica
Year Released 1977 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 359 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 112 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 39 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 6500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 460 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 3010 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2010 mm


 

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