1993 Fiat Vivace vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Fiat Vivace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 245 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1993 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Vivace | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vivace | Minica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2060 mm |
