2005 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 915 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Focus (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
