1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 555 kg more than 1972 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, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Daihatsu |
Model | Minica | Materia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |