1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1511 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Minica | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2868 mm |
