1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1503 kg more than 1973 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | 400 | Minica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |