2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 35 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 617 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.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-150 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2010 mm |
