2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 475 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 Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
