1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ritmo | Minica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |