1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 20 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 1 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 409 kg more than 1974 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, 1954 DKW Coupe (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Coupe | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Coupe | Minica |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |