1981 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1981 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 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 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Panda (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Panda weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Panda | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Panda | Minica |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |