1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 20 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 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 1100 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 512 TR | Minica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 357 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
