2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1118 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mustang | Minica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |