1972 DAF 44 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1972 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 DAF 44 (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 44 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1971 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, 1972 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
