1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taft | Minica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
