1973 DAF 66 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 66 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
