2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
