1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1991 Mini MK VI
To start off, both 1991 Daihatsu Applause and 1991 Mini MK VI were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mini MK VI (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mini MK VI should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 Mini MK VI.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mini MK VI. (116 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 1991 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Applause | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
