2003 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 730 kg more than 1976 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 Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Focus | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Focus | Minica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |