1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1175 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Gran Torino | Minica |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |