2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 33 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1245 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fusion | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
