1984 Lancia Trevi vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Lancia Trevi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Trevi, 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, 1984 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Trevi | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trevi | Minica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2060 mm |
