1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1106 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Minica | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
