1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1982 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Panda (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Panda weights approximately 225 kg more than 1974 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, 1982 Fiat Panda (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Minica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
