2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maranello | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2060 mm |
