1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina weights approximately 435 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, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lotus Cortina | Minica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
