1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 903 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 DKW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 DKW Coupe (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 419 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.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 DKW Coupe (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Coupe | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Coupe | Minica |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |