1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 785 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 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Scorpio | Minica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |
