1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 166 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
