1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1991 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1991 Ford Corsair is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Corsair weights approximately 660 kg more than 1972 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, 1991 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1991 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Minica | Corsair |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |