1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 506 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fiesta | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |