1993 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1175 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Falcon | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Minica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2010 mm |
