1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 722 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zodiac | Minica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
