2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 898 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C-MAX | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
