1999 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 730 kg more than 1972 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 Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Focus | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |