1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 353 kg more than 1973 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Minica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
