1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Fiat Seicento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seicento | Minica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
