1984 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Minica | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
