1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 460 kg more than 1976 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, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Applause | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Applause | Minica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |