2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 34 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 890 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, 2005 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Doblo | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |
