2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1975 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
