2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 688 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Idea | Minica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
