1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 21 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 1137 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Scorpio | Minica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
