1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 13 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), 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 390 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charmant | Minica |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |