1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 1119 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Minica | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2911 mm |
