1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 16 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 703 cc (2 cylinders), 1989 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat 126 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Fiat 126 (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 126 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
