2001 Ford Ka vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ka weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ka | Minica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
