1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fiesta (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fiesta | Minica |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2270 mm |