1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 830 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Minica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
