1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 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, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cuore | Minica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2010 mm |
