2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 496 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | F-150 | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2010 mm |