2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 36 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1560 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ducato | Minica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2010 mm |