2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 29 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 690 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 146 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
