1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lanos | Minica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
