1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 745 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Thema | Minica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
