1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 320 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Uno | Minica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |