1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 496 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 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Minica | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
