1986 Ford Orion vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Ford Orion (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Orion | Minica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2010 mm |