2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 990 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stilo | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
