1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1159 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, 2010 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Minica | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2728 mm |
