1971 Mini MK III vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini MK III would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini MK III.
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, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini MK III | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Mini | Daihatsu |
| Model | MK III | Charade |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |
