1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm). This means 1969 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1969 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT 40 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
