1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 1 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 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.
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 (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 132 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
