1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 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 16 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Minica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
