1988 Maserati 420 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1976 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 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 420 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
