1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1200 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Minica | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
