1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 25 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1060 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Falcon | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |