1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 845 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cuore | Minica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
