2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Panda (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
