1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 21 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 460 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Applause | Minica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |