2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 33 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1012 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
