1967 DAF 44 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 DAF 44 (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DAF 44 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 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, 1967 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
