1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Minica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
