1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 35 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 1055 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ferrari |
| Model | Minica | F430 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
