1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Naked | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |