1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Palio | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |