1963 Ford Consul vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Consul (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Consul weights approximately 412 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, 1963 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | Minica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |
