2008 Ford GT vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1972 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | GT | Minica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |