1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Daihatsu |
Model | Minica | Terios |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |