1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 38 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Minica | Ka |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |