2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 33 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 1089 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari F430 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | F430 | Minica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |