1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 2 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 565 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cortina | Minica |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |