1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 720 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Minica | Focus |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2614 mm |