2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1008 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
