1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1972 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 400 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 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 |
