2006 Ford Maverick vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1976 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 Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maverick | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
