1996 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Fiat Panda 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 769 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 33 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Panda weights approximately 214 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Panda | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Minica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
