1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 10 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 725 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Minica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
