2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 37 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 740 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.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fiorino | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |