2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 635 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grande Punto | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2060 mm |
