1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 830 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zephyr | Minica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
