1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 705 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, 2006 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Minica | Focus |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |