1963 Ford Consul vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 11 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Consul (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Consul weights approximately 312 kg more than 1974 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 (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | Minica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
