2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1971 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Minica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
