1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 20 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 548 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 177 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fellow | Minica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2270 mm |
