1985 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 610 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 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Minica |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |