1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (87 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 555 kg more than 1973 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, 1978 Ford Capri (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Minica | Capri |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |