2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Palio (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 383 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2002 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Palio | Minica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 642 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 |