1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 390 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 Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ritmo | Minica |
Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |