1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 2259 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Minica | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3386 mm |
