1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 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 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Punto | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |