1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1973 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 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daimler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 4.2 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2010 mm |
