2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bantam | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
