1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cortina | Minica |
Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |