1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 4 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 550 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, 1975 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1975 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Taft | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taft | Minica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
