1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charmant | Minica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
