2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 20 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 510 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stilo | Minica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2060 mm |
