1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 300 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.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Minica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
