1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 260 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.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Minica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
