1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 131 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Fiat 131 (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 131 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
