2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-150 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2010 mm |
