1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1740 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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Minica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2010 mm |
