1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 490 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, 1970 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1970 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT 40 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2010 mm |
