1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 14 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 545 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, 1988 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Minica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
