1950 Ford Vedette vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 485 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Vedette | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vedette | Minica |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
