1983 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 504 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2002 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Minica | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
