1992 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 18 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 846 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Domino weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Domino | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Domino | Minica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 357 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 | 69 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
