2004 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 774 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Ford Focus (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
