1996 Ford Probe vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Ford Probe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 690 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Probe | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Probe | Minica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |