2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 828 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Minica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
