2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
