1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Minica | 124 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
