1985 Fiat 126 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1985 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat 126 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Fiat 126 (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 126 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
