1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 574 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Beta | Minica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
