1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Arosa (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Minica | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |
