1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 640 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Minica | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
