1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1971 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 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kappa | Minica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
