1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1973 Mini MK III
To start off, 1973 Mini MK III is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mini MK III weights approximately 147 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1973 Mini MK III (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1973 Mini MK III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1973 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Fellow | MK III |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2040 mm |
