1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford S-Max is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford S-Max weights approximately 1273 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, 2010 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Minica | S-Max |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |