1982 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Subaru Vivio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 657 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Vivio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Vivio weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Vivio, 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, 1995 Subaru Vivio (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Vivio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Minica | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2320 mm |
