1998 Ford Triton vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Ford Triton is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Triton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Triton (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Triton should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Triton weights approximately 762 kg more than 1971 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, 1998 Ford Triton (174 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Triton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Triton | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Triton | Minica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2010 mm |
