1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari F355 | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | F355 | Minica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2060 mm |