2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena, 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 Siena (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
