2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 37 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-150 weights approximately 512 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | E-150 | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 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 | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2010 mm |