2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Brava weights approximately 479 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Brava | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Brava | Minica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2060 mm |