2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 988 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
