2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 425 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2060 mm |
