1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 23 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 810 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 146 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
