2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Panda | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |