1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 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 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 585 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 McLaren F1 weights approximately 700 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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 McLaren F1 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | McLaren | Mitsubishi |
Model | F1 | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |