1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 17 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 285 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Uno | Minica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
