1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Zephyr (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Zephyr | 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zephyr | Minica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
