2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 30 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 884 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.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 360 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
