1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1882 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Minica | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3670 mm |
