1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 23 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 615 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Marea | Minica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
