1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 288 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Matiz | Minica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2060 mm |
