1997 Fiat Brava vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Fiat Brava is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Brava weights approximately 570 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Brava | Minica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
